Witnesses are being sought following a burglary and attempted break-in during broad daylight at Markfield and Groby.

Leicestershire Police are keen for anyone who may have spotted suspicious activity in Grey Crescent, Groby, at around 2.45pm on Tuesday July 18 and at around 3.15pm in Leicester Road, Markfield.

The first incident was an attempted raid with nothing taken but the second was a housebreak during which electrical items were stolen.

A car was seen close to the house and police mounted a ‘controlled pursuit’ following the vehicle and stopping it in Letchworth Road, Leicester.

A spokesman said: “If you have any information which could assist with our investigations then please get in touch. Did you see anyone acting suspiciously or did you disturb anyone loitering around your property?”

Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101, quoting crime number 198428.

Three men, aged 23, 25 and 27 have been arrested and released on police bail in connection with the offences. Inquiries continue.